Whenever I see somebody leave a windlass on a raised paddle I ask them politely to remove it and explain to them that if the ratchet slips the windlass will reach about 90 MPH before it flies off and knocks their teeth so far down their throat they'll end up chewing their food at the wrong end.
This has always had the desired result and never attracted abuse. Have yet to find an equivalent for the idiots who stand beside the tiller on the counter rather than in front of it on the steering step (or equivalent on a semi- or cruiser). And as for those who SIT beside the tiller on those tractor seats. Ray Nb Owl Down Shropshire No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.392 / Virus Database: 270.13.36/2272 - Release Date: 08/06/09 05:57:00
